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Categories / Art and Photography

Pop Art cushions from Dwell

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Pop cushions

These Pop Art cushions from Dwell are a simple way to get some of the art movement's impact for your home.

There are three different styles available, all clearly influenced by the comic style of Roy Lichtenstein. One illustrates the Lichtenstein style distressed heroine, another cushion shows the classic hero and finally the last cushion features the typical action moment. Each design is printed onto a cotton fabric cover. However, if you really like the look of these pieces, each design is also available printed on canvas ready for display. 

The cushions cost £24.95 each, while the canvases cost £59. 

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Categories / Food and Drink

Whopping Retro Sweet Hamper by A Quarter Of

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If you know someone with a sweet tooth, they'll have their sugar cravings well and try dealt with by this Whopping Retro Sweet Hamper by A Quarter Of.

It is indeed a whopper – a gigantic wicker hamper packed full of all kinds of traditional sweets. Around 55 different types of sweets, plus some other nostalgic items like a whoppee cushion, water bombs and a genuine old comic to really get you back to childhood.

It weighs in at a scary 13.6kg, selling for £99. See the website for the full breakdown of what you get. If that's a little rich (in money or sugar content), other hampers start at £38, while retro sweets generally start at pennies on the site.

Find out more at the A Quarter Of website

Categories / Design and Interiors

Pop Art-style Explosion rug at Skitsch

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Skitsch rug

Wanting to make a Pop Art statement in your living room? Take a look at this (hard to miss) Explosion rug from Skitsch. 

Designed by Fabio Bortolani, it references the comic book art that itself inspired the work of artists like Roy Lichtenstein. Unlike the Pop Artists, however, this rug proclaims its craftsmanship as it's hand-made from 100% wool. Pair it up with the Pakhuis Oost coat rack for a look that really packs a punch. 

A designer piece with the associated price tag, the rug will set you back 1,250 euros. 

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Categories / Cars and Bikes, Film and TV

Replica Batmobile now available online at Firebox

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Yes, you really can live out your childhood (and possibly adult) fantasy by securing a replica Batmobile, able to drive around the streets and park at your local supermarket. If you can find a parking bay big enough.

It really is impressive, an officially licensed replica, based on the iconic 1966 car, with a brand new GM350 crate engine powering its fibreglass body along the road. All your driving essentials are here too, including gauges, push-button ignition and working lights. But what about the gadgets you ask? Yes, it's packed full of those too.

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Categories / Homeware

Pow! and Bam! comic book cushions by Bodlon

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Your very own pieces of practical pop art, courtesy of the Pow! and Bam! comic book cushions by Bodlon.

Both are large handmade cushions, inspired by old fashioned super hero comics. That imagery is handcut and appliqued lettering, with the cushion being 100 per dent wool felt with a feather inner.

45cm x 45cm is the size, £70 is the price. See an image of the other cushion over the page.

Find out more at the Not On The High Street website

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Categories / Art and Photography, Bags, Gadgets and Tech

Modesty Blaise laptop case by ChiLidog Design

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You might recall the very cool Modesty Blaise suitcases we featured earlier this year. Well, there's now a matching piece for your portable PC – the Modesty Blaise laptop case by ChiLidog Design.

Like the cases, the laptop bag is inspired by artwork from cult 1960s comic strip Modesty Blaise, the work of Peter O'Donnell, although it was illustrated by Jim Holdaway. I say 'inspired' because the signature actually says 'Romero', which is more than a little confusing. Anyway, the retro-styled artwork is front and back, as well forming the design of the lining.

Choose from two sizes of bag, both made of highly durable neoprene to keep your computer safe. It's priced from £33.48. See over the page for the reverse image.

Find out more at the Scandinavian Design Center website

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